Job Summary
Job Description
Job Board Post: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Hospitalist at Chestnut Hill Hospital
Position: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Hospitalist
Location: Chestnut Hill Hospital, Philadelphia, PA
Employer: Inhospital Physicians
Shift: 15 shifts per month, 12-hour shifts with flexible scheduling
Compensation: Competitive salary with a full benefits package
Overview:
Join the hospitalist team at Chestnut Hill Hospital, part of Temple Health, as an Advanced Practice Provider (APP). This role offers flexibility with scheduling, allowing you to balance your work and personal life while providing exceptional care to hospitalized patients in a community-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct daily rounds, collaborating with physicians and specialists
- Provide comprehensive care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
- Perform necessary procedures within the scope of practice, with physician support as needed
- Document patient progress and care in EPIC EMR
- Communicate effectively with patients and families about care plans
- Flexible scheduling with 15 shifts per month (12-hour shifts)
Qualifications:
- Active Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license in Pennsylvania
- Hospitalist or inpatient care experience preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills
- Knowledge of EPIC EMR is a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off (PTO)
- CME allowance and support
- Employee wellness programs
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate work-life balance
Why Chestnut Hill Hospital?
Chestnut Hill Hospital, a community hospital affiliated with Temple Health, offers a supportive and collaborative work environment. With a strong focus on patient-centered care, you'll be part of a team that values professionalism and innovation while serving a diverse community in Philadelphia.
Job Responsibilities
Night Rounding: Provide overnight rounding and care to hospitalized patients, ensuring that patient conditions are monitored, documented, and appropriately managed.
Patient Assessment: Complete comprehensive physical exams, conduct diagnostic tests, and assess the condition of patients, providing critical decision-making and clinical judgment to optimize patient care.
Care Planning and Coordination: Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with attending physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams. Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to care plans.
Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care and timely patient interventions. Provide support for the entire care team in managing complex cases.
Family and Patient Communication: Discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and care plans with patients and families, ensuring clear and empathetic communication. Provide education to both patients and families regarding discharge planning and post-hospital care.
Documentation: Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, treatments, and care plans in EPIC EMR to maintain compliance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.
Quality Assurance and Compliance: Adhere to hospital protocols, safety guidelines, and evidence-based best practices. Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and hospital efficiency.
Qualifications
Hospitalist or inpatient care experience preferred
Strong clinical skills and ability to make sound clinical decisions independently
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills
Knowledge of EPIC EMR is a plus
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team